Children of the Valley is driven by a dedicated team united in our mission to uplift the lives of children in need. At every location, we are proud to have compassionate professionals whose unique skills and expertise set them apart. Together, their collaborative efforts ensure that COV operates seamlessly and effectively. We are also deeply grateful for the support of countless community volunteers. Their generosity, expertise, and heartfelt commitment to children make our work not only possible but truly impactful.
Site Locations
Administrative Team
Flora Lucatero
Executive Director
Yazmin Rodarte
Office Administrator
Samara Mejia
Program Assistant
Jessica Rodriguez
Development Associate
Yasmeen Davila
Volunteer Coordinator
Bicycle Club Team
Abi Ruksznis
Program Director
Stephanie Alaniz
Site Coordinator
Melissa Alonso
Lead Activity Coordinator
Ava Flores
Assistant Activity Coordinator
Bethany Covenant Church
Serves Jefferson Elementary, Madison Elementary, Harriet Rowley Elementary, Centennial Elementary, and Little Mountain Elementary
Cassandra Diaz
Site Coordinator
Brianna Rodriguez
Activity Coordinator, K-1st Grade
Reyna Nava
Activity Coordinator, 2nd Grade
Erica Torres
Activity Coordinator, 2nd Grade
Alessandra Tapia
Activity Coordinator, 4th Grade
Natalia Lopez
Activity Coordinator, 5th Grade
Griseld Oord
Substitute Activity Coordinator
Ashley Zamora
Substitute Teacher
Tim Brautigam
Substitute Teacher
Washington Elementary
Serves Washington Elementary
Adriana Tarango
Site Coordinator
Sheila Alaniz
Activity Coordinator, K-2nd Grade
Virginia Dominguez
Activity Coordinator, 3rd-5th Grade
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church
Serves Central Elementary, Evergreen Elementary, and Mary Purcell Elementary
Star Torres
Site Coordinator
Elizabeth Alatorre
Activity Coordinator, K-3rd Grade
Sophia Churape
Activity Coordinator, 4th-5th Grade
West View Elementary
Serves West View Elementary, Lucille Umbarger School, and Allen School
Jacqueline Castellanos
Site Coordinator
Mariana DeLeon
Activity Coordinator, K-2nd Grade
Xitlalyc Hernandez
Activity Coordinator, 3rd-6th Grade
The COV Mission
Children of the Valley serves under-resourced children and their families by valuing their cultural identity and empowering them through education, personal growth, and mentorship.
The COV Vision
Our vision at COV is to empower students to dream big by providing a positive life-changing experience that gives them the skills and confidence to fulfill their greatest potential.
